Safety issue description

The urgent and priority category defects detected by the AK Car on 4 February 2011 that were located within a 20 m track section were inadequately assessed and controlled in accordance with the ARTC Track and Civil Code of Practice.

Proactive Action

Action organisation:

ARTC

Action number:

RO-2011-008-NSA-021

Date:

21 January 2013

Action status:

Closed

The ARTC has provided a response stating:

The Australian Rail Track Corporation through its Alliance Partner Transfield Services has undertaken additional training in the ARTC Track and Civil Code of Practice. This includes the responses required to be applied for multiple geometric defects.

ATSB response:

The ATSB has assessed the ARTC's response and understands that actions taken will address the safety issue.

Current issue status:

Adequately addressed

Status justification:

The ARTC has provided a response stating: The Australian Rail Track Corporation through its Alliance Partner Transfield Services has undertaken additional training in the ARTC Track and Civil Code of Practice. This includes the responses required to be applied for multiple geometric defects.